Student Hosts

Discovery Summer awards 100% residential scholarships to confident British children and teenagers during their summer holidays.

What do English Student Hosts do?

Mix with the international students, speak English and make new friends
Set an excellent example and follow Discovery Summer rules
Welcome new international students to the centre, show them around, help them settle in
Participate in English and/or subject classes (e.g. AI, Engineering, Economics), helping international students with their English
Take part in a wide range of sports/arts activities and evening entertainments
Share a bedroom or sleep in a single room on the same corridor as other students
Go on two excursions each week; sharing British culture and local know-how
Attend regular meetings with the Student Host Team Leader and respond to their feedback
Wear a Discovery Summer blue T-shirt/hoodie everyday to be easily recognised

Application criteria

British and/or living in the UK for the last 3 years
Priority will be given to those who currently live in the uK
Native level of English
Aged 11-17 years
Available for 2 consecutive weeks between 27 June - 5 Aug 2027 (dates vary by centre)

Is this an academic scholarship?

No! We are looking for confident, enthusiastic and friendly young people who can adapt to new situations quickly.

What qualities and experience do I need?

The best English Student Hosts are:

Confident and friendly - this is an intensely social role
Independent and comfortable being away from home
Responsible, respectful and good at following the rules
Good at welcoming and mixing with a range of international students and not sticking with the other English Student Hosts
Positive and happy to join in a wide range of activities
Show initiative and help staff where necessary

Ideally, you will have had some leadership experience in your school or local community e.g. school team, prefect, drama, volunteering, Scouts/Guides.

What's included?

Free accommodation at a top boarding school
Three meals a day + snacks
Participation in a full daily programme of classes, activities and evening entertainments
Transport and entry fees on 2 excursions each week e.g. London, Oxford, Thorpe Park
Personal laundry done once a week. Bedlinen provided
Discovery Summer blue Student Host t-shirts and hoodie provided for you to wear during your stay.

More information about English Student Hosts

What will you gain?